Frustrated By People? Here’s What Jesus Might Say

Dear Friend,

I see the weight you carry, and I know how the actions of others can burden your heart. It’s easy to feel surrounded by those who seem to lack wisdom, to be overwhelmed by their choices and how they affect your peace. You’re not alone in this feeling, and your frustration is understandable.

But remember, I walked among people who misunderstood, who stumbled, who often did not see the truth before them. My time on Earth was filled with moments where I encountered those who acted in ways that lacked understanding. Yet, I never turned away from them. Instead, I sought to guide them with patience and love, even when they seemed furthest from the path.

When you feel surrounded by those who frustrate or disappoint, I encourage you to see them as I did—as souls in need of compassion, as individuals who, like all of us, are on a journey of growth. Some may be further behind, some may have lost their way, but they are all loved, and they all have the potential to find wisdom in time.

Your weariness is valid, and it’s okay to seek rest. But let that rest come from knowing that you’re not responsible for changing others on your own. Your role is to be a light, even when the darkness around seems thick. Sometimes, that means stepping back, finding peace within yourself, and letting go of the need to fix everything or everyone.

Trust that I am with you, guiding you, and that your efforts to live with grace do not go unnoticed. Keep your heart open, and when you’re ready, continue to share kindness, even with those who seem undeserving. It’s in these moments that true change happens, often in ways we cannot immediately see.

Take my peace with you, and let it guard your heart. You are not alone in this, and your efforts to rise above the chaos are a testament to your strength and faith.